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Governor Douglas Announces Landfill Gas To Energy Project at Moretown Landfill
Moretown, Vt. September 9, 2008 - A new landfill gas to energy project that will provide renewable energy, create new jobs and enhance the environment began construction in Moretown today, announced Governor Douglas, Interstate Waste Corporation, PPL Renewable Energy and Green Mountain Power.
Governor Douglas said the project, located at Interstate Waste Corporation's (IWS) Moretown landfill, would generate 3.2 megawatts of electricity from methane, a gas that contributes to global warming. Methane is created when refuse in landfills decomposes and is currently being flared at the Moretown landfill.
"The impact on the environment of a landfill gas to energy project this size is equal to reducing 21,600 tons of carbon dioxide emissions each year. It is also equal to removing 3,600 cars from the road or eliminating the need for 2.2 million gallons of gasoline," Governor Douglas said.

Stern Center addresses Workplace Challenges at Gallagher, Flynn's HR Forum
Blanche Podhajski, Ph.D., President of the Stern Center for Language and Learning in Williston, presented "Learning Disabilities and Attention Deficits in the Workplace" on September 3rd at the HR Forum at Gallagher, Flynn & Company, an independent a business consulting and CPA firm in Burlington. Human resources professionals from educational, financial, and nonprofit companies attended the presentation, which offered insights to help employers work more effectively with staff members who have learning differences.

The Stern Center for Language and Learning is a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to helping children and adults reach their full potential. Through high-quality direct service, professional development and research, the Stern Center is committed to enriching the lives of learners, because all great minds don't think alike.

COLCHESTER, Vt. -- AcroDesign Technologies today announced the release of their downloadable, native, NIV iPhone bible. The feature rich AcroBible costs $28.99 and is a download rather than an online, annual-fee based Bible. This means that users pay just once, and can access the bible anywhere, on planes, busses, etc. AcroBible is an offline Bible and needs no Wi-Fi connection. Special features of the AcroBible include the ability to search for words or phrases, create bookmarks, attach notes to any verse, and highlight verses in up to six colors.

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Noyes Named Acting Commissioner of Housing and Community Affairs
MONTPELIER, Vt. - The former Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Economic Development has been named the acting Commissioner of Housing and Community Affairs.
William Noyes will take charge of the department when acting Commissioner Molly Dugan steps down later this month, according to Commerce and Community Development Secretary Kevin Dorn.
Dugan, who has been deputy housing commissioner since 2006, has been filling the top slot since former housing commissioner John Hall stepped down this spring.
"Bill's experience within our agency will serve him well in his new role," said Dorn, whose agency includes both the housing and economic development departments. "He is familiar with the people and the issues and will be able to hit the ground running."

Vermont Milk Commission Issues Proposed Order to Establish a "Retail Fluid Milk Premium"

Hearing Scheduled for September 9, 2008
The Vermont Milk Commission has issued a proposed Order to establish a Retail Fluid Milk Premium, and scheduled a hearing on the proposed Order for September 9, 2008, 9:00 a.m. The hearing will be held in Room 11 of the Vermont State House.
The formal Notice of the proposed Order includes the following summary statement:
Summary Statement of the Matters at Issue:

Growing asicNorth Chooses Arizona
Semiconductor design service provider asicNorth of South Burlington has ended its global search, choosing Arizona to expand its operations. The company is currently hiring experienced engineers, with plans to grow its new Tempe, AZ, operation over the next few years.
"asicNorth is growing into new markets," said President Mike Slattery "After surveying many cities it was apparent metro-Phoenix was the best choice to provide the new business opportunities and skilled workforce needed for our expansion."
"Arizona is an ideal base for companies who need to reach out to the world," said Jan Lesher, Director of the Arizona Department of Commerce. "We are grateful asicNorth chose to locate in the state, where its presence will improve the local economy."

Snelling Center for Government Is Announces Vermont Leadership Institute Class of 2009
September 4, 2008 - - The Snelling Center for Government is pleased to announce the members of the 2009 Vermont Leadership Institute. VLI recruits Vermont's best and brightest from the private, public, and non-profit sectors, creating lasting networks to benefit Vermont. The members of this year's class include:

Vermont Organic Farmers, LLC Certifies 500th Organic Farm
Richmond - Vermont is home to over 500 organic farms and processors, and that number is growing. Vermont Organic Farmers, LLC (VOF) has announced it has certified 543 certified organic producers with over 90,400 acres in production. 2008 showed a 10% increase in the number of certified producers and processors compared with 2007. Total gross sales for certified organic producers and processors were $103,205,052, a 10% increase compared with 2007.
"This was the year of the maple tree," said Nicole Dehne, VOF Administrator. "We saw many maple producers apply for organic certification this year given the organic premium on syrup prices." The number of certified organic maple producers more than doubled in the past year, from 39 to 82.

EVENT: Central Vermont Cancer Center
Groundbreaking Ceremony
DATE: Thursday, September 4, 2008
TIME: 11 a.m.
PLACE: Central Vermont Medical Center Campus
To the left of the hospital
SCHEDULE:
11:00 a.m. Welcome & introduction of dignitaries in the audience and participants in the groundbreaking: Judy Tarr, President & CEO
11:05: Judy turns over to CVMC Board Chair John Nicholls, to say a few words about why we are building a cancer center
11:10: John introduces Dr. Alan Hartford, Section Chief, Radiation Oncology at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center & Dr. Jim Wallace, Chief of Radiation Oncology at Fletcher Allen Health Care, to each say a few words about the unique partnership that made this project possible
11:20: Judy introduces Tom MacLeay, chair, president & CEO, National Life Group.
11:30: Judy introduces Senator Leahy
A few remarks by Senator Leahy

Week Ending August 30, 2008
There were 606 new regular benefit claims for Unemployment Insurance last week, a decrease of 251 from the week before. Altogether 7,019 new and continuing claims were filed, 206 less than a week ago and 2,057 more than a year earlier. In addition, the Department processed 1,801 claims for benefits under Emergency Unemployment Compensation, 2008, a decrease of 132 from last week.
The Unemployment Weekly Report can be found at: http://www.vtlmi.info/

Previously released Unemployment Weekly Reports and other UI reports can be found at: http://www.vtlmi.info/lmipub.htm#uc

Champlain College Class of 2012 Arrives
Orientation Weekend includes Convocation, Activities and Special Events
(Sept. 1, 2008) - The Champlain College Class of 2012 arrived Friday for an information-packed, fun-filled, four-day orientation. The incoming class of 615 students represents 28 states and eight countries. Residential move-in began Friday morning followed by a lunch for parents, students and friends. On Friday afternoon, Champlain College Provost Robin Abramson, College Vice Presidents and Champlain faculty in full academic regalia - were led in to the Convocation ceremony on Perry Hall lawn by the St. Andrews Pipe Band of Vermont.